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Securing the GripLock™ Cyinder Band |
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NOTE: There is no need to wet the GripLock cylinder band prior to securing it to the cylinder. When properly adjusted, the cylinder band will retain it's tension. If adjustment is necessary for a larger or smaller size cylinder (pre-set for use on an aluminum 80 cf cylinder 7.25 inch / 184 mm), follow the procedure in the section: Adjusting the GripLock Cylinder Band. |
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WARNING: Check the macro adjustment is set for the appropriate size cylinder. Apply enough tension to ensure that the cylinder is completely secure. Test this connection before every dive. If the cylinder slips free from the BC during the dive, you may lose your air supply, which could lead to serious injury or death. |
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NOTE: Your BC may come equipped with a tank positioning strap. This strap allows you to place the BC in the proper position for perfect tank placement. Place the cylinder positioning strap over the cylinder valve and adjust as needed. |
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1. Secure the tank positioning strap (if equipped) around the cylinder valve with the quick release buckle and adjust as needed. Make sure the cylinder valve air outlet is facing the back of the BC. |
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2. For optimum cylinder retention, center the GripLock buckle assembly between the trim pockets on the curve of the cylinder. Connect the bail into the bail slot of the lever. Hold the lever and pull the webbing to tighten the micro adjustment. Secure the hook and loop webbing on the micro adjustment. |
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3. Push the lever forward until it stops in the pre-locked position.
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NOTE: The pre-locked position ensures your fingers do not get caught in the lever. |
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4. Push the lever down into the locked position. Verify the lever is secured in the locked position. Once the cylinder band is set up, further adjustment is typically not needed.
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| 5. Check the cylinder band is secure by pulling on the band while holding down the cylinder at the valve. If the cylinder band moves, it is too loose. Check the macro adjustment is set for the correct size cylinder. Repeat steps 1-4 to tighten and secure the cylinder band. |
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WARNING: Verify the tension of the cylinder band prior to every dive. Failure to do so may result in the cylinder slipping during the course of a dive. |
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